How much does a conservation scientist make in New York?
$76,990a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in New York. That is $37.01 an hour or $6,416 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.01
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,580Median: $76,990Highest 10%: $115,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,580 | $22.39 | |
| 25th | $58,670 | $28.21 | |
| Median | $76,990 | $37.01 | |
| 75th | $93,350 | $44.88 | |
| 90th | $115,200 | $55.39 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rochester, NY | $66,990 |
| Syracuse, NY | $65,480 |
| New York, NY | $64,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 14. Virginia | $77,380 |
| 15. North Dakota | $77,280 |
| 16. Alabama | $77,000 |
| 17. New York | $76,990 |
| 18. New Mexico | $76,800 |
| 19. Nebraska | $76,400 |
| 20. South Dakota | $76,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $37.01 ($76,990 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $76,990 against $73,010 nationally, 5% more.
Where does New York rank for conservation scientist pay?
New York ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in New York pays conservation scientists the most?
Rochester, NY, with a median of $66,990 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.